Mammography Technologist-$10,000 Sign On Bonus/New Pay Rates Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Mammography Technologist

• 10,000 Sign On Bonus/New Pay Rates
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The Mammography Technologist performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. This position performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Produces diagnostic quality images according to radiology practice standards under the supervision of the staff radiologists.
Day to Day
$10,000 Sign on Bonus

GENERAL DUTIES

​Provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions:
Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all mammography equipment and performance of all mammography, needle localization and biopsy procedures. Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of

PACS/RIS.

Demonstrates knowledge in evaluating. Provides and performs training in accordance to the hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations. Assess and evaluate the trainee and provide feedback to the Radiology Manager.
Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies and procedures, to ensure the safety of the patient:
Communicates effectively with patient to obtain clinical history/informed consent from patient or patient’s chart to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination and communicates this information to the radiologist.
Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees:
Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards. Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person. Maintains work area in a clean orderly fashion. Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization. Cleans and disinfects equipment. Maintains supply of linen in the room.
Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements:
Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies. Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques and always washes hands before and after each patient contact. Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation. Always wears film badge white on duty, follows departmental procedures for badge results.
Demonstrates magnetic safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines, to ensure the safety of the patients and staff:
Recognizes emergent situations and responds appropriately. Observes and monitors patient’s vital signs. Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure.
Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations:
Performs routine clerical duties as assigned.
Must Haves

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS)

• American Heart Association
  Radiography Certification (ARRT)
• American Registry Of Radiologic Technologist
  Radiology Technician (ARRT)
• Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board Of Examiners
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REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Medium:

Medium physical requirements

• Medium Work
• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Sitting

• Occasional (0-35% of day)
  Standing
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Walking
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
• Occasional (0-35% of day)
  Lifting Floor to waist level: 0-10lbs
• Continuous (67-100% of day)
  Lifting Floor to waist level: 10-20lbs
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Lifting Floor to waist level: 20-50lbs
• Occasional (0-35% of day)
  Lifting Waist level and above: 0-10lbs
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Lifting Waist level and above: 10-20lbs
• Occasional (0-35% of day)
  Carrying objects
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Push/pull
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Twisting
• Occasional (0-35% of day)
  Bending
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Reaching forward
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Reaching overhead
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Squat/kneel/crawl
• Occasional (0-35% of day)
  Wrist position deviation
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Pinching/fine motor activities
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Frequent (36-66% of day)
  Talk or hear
• Continuous (67-100% of day)

WORK SHIFT

Days (United States of America)
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